What Does It Mean to Take Online Classes as an International Student During COVID-19?
Online Learning Journal
; 26(4):209-230, 2022.
Article
in English
| Scopus | ID: covidwho-2164552
ABSTRACT
Using the Theory of Social Support and the Community of Inquiry as theoretical frameworks, this qualitative study explored international students' experiences, challenges, and perceptions of online learning environments during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. By conducting three virtual focus group interviews with 18 international students, we identified four key themes that encapsulate participants' challenges and experiences of online learning social isolation in online learning spaces, difficulties with engaging in online class discussions and activities, limited opportunities for improving English proficiency in the online setting and limited academic support from faculty and advisors. Implications for research and practice to support international students are discussed. © 2022, The Online Learning Consortium. All rights reserved.
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Scopus
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English
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Online Learning Journal
Year:
2022
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Article
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